Gretchen Shae on teaching David Bowie at the Berklee College of Music

Professor Gretchen Shae is an accomplished musician, educator, and frontwoman of Gretchen Shae and the Middle 8. Gretchen teaches at Berklee College of Music and leads a fascinating course on David Bowie, exploring his artistic evolution through literature like The Iliad, Dante's Inferno, and 1984. In this conversation, we discuss Bowie’s themes of reinvention, mortality, and how his work connects with classic literature. Gretchen shares her insights on his songwriting, storytelling, and lasting cultural impact. If you’re a Bowie fan or just enjoy great discussions about music and art, this is one you won’t want to miss! Don’t forget to like and subscribe and check out my blog at http://www.maggioreonbowie.com for daily Bowie content.